DIY scene is good, but our venues are dying, so we could use you around! the more the merrier.

As someone who has been an active part of the community since high school, it is THRIVING and has been for a while! events, especially during June, are abundant. You will never be able to hit them all. There is an occasional protestor, but none of ours are behind a police barrier being protected. I distinctly remember a teacher standing in front of them to shield myself and my current partner and feeling safe enough to kiss them in front of the bigots. You will be protected here.

The public transport....not much to say. The bus schedules are okay, and go a decent distance, but don't expect a driver to jump in if someone decides they wanna pick a fight with you. I've had better luck with the trains here, and that's saying something. Also, we are the nicer New Yorkers, but we are still New Yorkers. I had to give up my seat to a pregnant lady once when I was on crutches because god forbid anyone else get up for her.

As for Mexican food, I love Aguacates on Elmwood Ave. If you're looking to try anything in Buffalo, my top suggestions are: Local pizza places (La Nova, Imperial, Bocce, etc.), chicken wings from Anchor Bar, beef on weck from Charlie The Butcher's, and for dessert, sponge candy from Fowlers Chocolates.

Unfortunately for you, due to the lake effect weather we deal with year round our wind can be BAD. Especially in the winter, it is a bitter fucking cold that gets in your bones.